2006 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |