2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Ford Edge 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. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
