2005 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | F-350 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |
