1996 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |
