2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Expedition | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |