2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |