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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 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 | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
