2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2006 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford S-Max | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | S-Max | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |