2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 197 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
