2000 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
