2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
