1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |