2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-350 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2808 mm |