2007 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |