2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-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 2010 Ford F-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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
