1998 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 42 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4. 1999 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
