2002 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 5 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, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2850 mm |
