2009 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
