2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
