2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |