2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1595 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
