2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
