2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Maverick | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |
