2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 916 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |