2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
