2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 393 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | R8 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |