2007 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 712 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
