2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 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 185 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1399 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
