2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |