2012 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (223 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Flex | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
