2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Ford Freestar 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Ford Freestar
Make Audi Ford
Model A8 Freestar
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3900 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 98 L


 

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