2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 455 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory. 2007 Ford Territory 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. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
