2002 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Ford E-350.
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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
