1999 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 1999 Audi S8 and 1999 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
