2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Ikon

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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 2005 Ford Ikon. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Ford Ikon
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Ikon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1785 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 137 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1044 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 48 L


 

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