2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-150 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |