2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
