2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 274 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.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |