2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
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 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |