2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape 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 318 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. 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 (530 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |