2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 154 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 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2012 Ford Falcon
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Falcon
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 533 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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