2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1939 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 167 L |