2000 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 2 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2348 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
