2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Audi RS4.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8205 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
