2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |