2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi RS4 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |