2000 Ford Equator vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Equator | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2975 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2660 mm |
