2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (328 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
