2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1581 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
