1999 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 R8 (705 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1684 mm |
