2008 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
