2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
