2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |