2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 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 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 861 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 (542 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
