1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250.
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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | F-250 | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2992 mm |