2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (441 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-350 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2992 mm |
