2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | FPV BF GT | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
