2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1660 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
