2002 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 Audi S4 and 2002 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 288 kg more than 2002 Audi S4.
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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
