2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
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 Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1941 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
