2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |