2005 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
