1999 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2013 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
