2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1696 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
