1995 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
