2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 150 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4163 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
