2006 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 136 L |