2004 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 789 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.
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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
