2007 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
