2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
