2002 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 3014 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 167 L |
