2005 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |
