2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Audi RS4 and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
