2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 132 L |
