2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
