2008 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
