2009 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
