2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 209 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
