2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-150 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |