2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick 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 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
