2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 136 L |
