2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 36 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.
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 (310 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |