2011 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
