2008 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
