2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
