2000 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
