2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |