2002 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 907 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3505 mm |
