2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Avantissimo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3490 mm |
