1994 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
