1999 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2650 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1961 mm |
