2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2005 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |