2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1611 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |