2007 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
