2007 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
