2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 386 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 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2994 mm |
