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 @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 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 1731 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 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 | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |