2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150.
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 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | F-150 | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |