1996 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 15 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 142 L |
