2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Expedition | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |