2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3260 mm |
