2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
