2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
