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 @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 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 432 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 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 | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
