2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
