2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
