2004 Ford GT vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP) has 286 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2808 mm |
