1989 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
