2004 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
