2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1180 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
