2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
