2005 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2005 Audi S8 and 2005 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
