1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
