1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ranger | R8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
