2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 30 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 Fusion. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fusion | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |