2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
