2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 784 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |