2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
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 Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |