2008 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2008 Audi S5 and 2008 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S5 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S5 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |