2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1220 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) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 3215 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 Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |