2004 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1674 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |