2000 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |