2008 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Maverick | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
