2001 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
