2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
