2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1696 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Audi Ford
Model A8 Crown Victoria
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 224 HP
Torque 330 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 72 L


 

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