2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 285 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 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Ford Expedition 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. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |