2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2011 Audi A8.
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 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-150 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
