2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |