2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
