2011 Ford F-150 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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 789 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 2011 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-150 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
