2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 492 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 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
