2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |