2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
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 S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max 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 301 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 101 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 Ford S-Max. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
