2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 874 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
