2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ranger | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
