2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
