2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.

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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S4 2006 Ford Galaxy
Make Audi Ford
Model S4 Galaxy
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1779 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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