1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
