2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 679 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
