2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1599 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |