2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | R8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |