2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (451 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |