2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.

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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Ford Freestar
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Freestar
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 3900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 218 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1851 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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