2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
