2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion 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 428 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
