2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3510 mm |
