2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 (300 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | C-MAX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
