2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1287 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
