2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Econovan | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2992 mm |