2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
