2010 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5062 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2944 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |