2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
