2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1600 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
