2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 252 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1719 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
