2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 114 L |
