2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
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 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
