2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
