2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |