2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |