2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 66 L |