2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |