2007 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Falcon | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Falcon | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |