2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |