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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (328 HP @ 5250 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 595 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 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 | 5204 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1580 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
