2009 Audi R8 vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | R8 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
