Ford Escort 1995 vs Audi A4 1996
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 134 NM | 173 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Audi A4 is a more dynamic driving. Ford Escort engine produces 35 HP less power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 39 NM less than Audi A4. Due to the lower power, Ford Escort reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 9.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.0 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Ford Escort is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Ford Escort consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that by driving the Ford Escort over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Ford Escort consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km on highway | 880 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Audi A4 1996: The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control that operates at speeds up to 40 km/h and applies brakes to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differential. | |||
| Audi A4 1996 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A4 1996 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.68 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.36 m | 1.42 m | |
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Ford Escort is smaller. Ford Escort is 18 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Ford Escort is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 390 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1250 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Ford Escort is 1.1 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means Ford Escort can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`200 kg | 1`910 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Audi A4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Escort has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Audi A4, so Audi A4 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 600 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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