2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
