2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |