2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
