2009 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
