2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
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 F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1690 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
