2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |