2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |