2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
