2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX

To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 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 2007 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2007 Ford C-MAX
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 C-MAX
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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