2002 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 4 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1830 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
