2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |
