2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 974 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |