2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1757 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2013 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |