2005 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,998 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 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| 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 | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
