2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Ford Escape

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 820 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 2006 Ford Escape
Make Audi Ford
Model R8 Escape
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 57 L


 

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