2006 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
