2004 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
