2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |
