2002 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
