2006 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Ford E-350 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 2012 Ford E-350. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
