2007 Audi S8 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
