2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mondeo | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |