2002 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Ka | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |