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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 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 1685 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.
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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 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 | 1984 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |