2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2288 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
