2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 and 2000 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (583 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |