2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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), 2011 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 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 340 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
