2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
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 Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
