2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1431 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |