2003 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
