2004 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
