2002 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |