2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.

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 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2011 Ford Transit Connect
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Transit Connect
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1544 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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