2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 537 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
