2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
