2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
