2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
