2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Econovan | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
