2009 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
