2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
