2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |