2002 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1702 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
