2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-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 F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
