2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan 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 330 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
