1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2008 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-250 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
