2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 312 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Freestar | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2992 mm |
