2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Ford Fiesta
Make Audi Ford
Model A8 Fiesta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1208 kg
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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