2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
