2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 115 L |
