2007 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP) has 303 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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 (540 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
