1999 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A8 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |