2011 Ford Kuga vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 2 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Kuga | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Kuga | R8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
