2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
