2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 945 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |