2007 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Edge | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |