2009 Audi R8 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
