2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1909 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |