2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 177 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
