2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
