2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 256 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
