2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Transit Connect were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |