2008 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
