2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 240 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 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | S4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
