2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | S4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
