1998 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Contour | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |