2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
