2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 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 130 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
