2004 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
