2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
