2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |