2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1720 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |