2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 136 L |
