2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
