2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escape | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |