2004 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS4 and 2004 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Audi RS4.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 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, 2004 Audi RS4 (450 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
