2004 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |