1991 Audi V8 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1991 Audi V8. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 167 L |
