2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
