2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1504 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 3054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |