2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 262 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |