2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Five Hundred | 4000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |