2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Desert Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
