2000 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 34 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
