2000 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3970 mm |
