2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1374 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 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
