2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
