2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |