2012 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi S4 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 150 L |