2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1466 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
