2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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-350. 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-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |