1999 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |