2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
