2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-350 | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |