2008 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
