2008 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 136 L |
