2011 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Edge | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Edge | A4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |