1996 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |