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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 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 470 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 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 | 5204 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
