2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. 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 2008 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |