2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
