2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |