2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 897 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-350 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2992 mm |
