1996 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |
