2001 Ford EX vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | EX | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
