2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (223 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
