2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 334 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Freestar | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
