2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane

To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 and 2005 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi S4 2005 Ford Fairlane
Make Audi Ford
Model S4 Fairlane
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2920 mm


 

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