2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
