2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 906 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 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 125 L |
