2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Ford Escort were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |