2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford F-150

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.

Because 2008 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-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 F-150
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 F-150
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 5409 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 300 HP
Torque 280 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 114 L


 

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