2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
