2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 107 L |
