2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ford GT
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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (540 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
