2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
