A comparison of two cars I would like to own: Audi r8 and Ford Raptor
Presented By: Kyle Cavalea
Project #15 Car Purchase
January, 2011
V.S.
Ford Raptor
Let’s Look at Audi r8
• Available 4.2 and 5.2 liter turbo
• Produces up to 525 horsepower
• Sleek and aerodynamic design
• Numerous technological features
Safety Features of the Audi r8
The safety rating of the Audi r8 is not available because it is an expensive car to fabricate, and therefore cannot be put through tests that would destroy it. Below are some of the important safety features.
• Xenon and LED lights in rear and front
• Emergency interior trunk release
• 4-wheel ABS
• Side mounted airbags and head protection chambers
• Engine immobilizer
• Post-collision safety system
Technology and Entertainment
Features of the r8
The r8 is equipped with lots of great technology and entertainment.
Listed below are some of its features:
• Bang & Olusfen® Sound System
• Sirius ® Satellite radio
• MMI ® Navigation
• Audi Music Interface
• HomeLink ® and Bluetooth®
Specifications of the Audi r8
Optional 4.2 or 5.2 liter turbo
V10 or V8 engines available
Maximum stock horsepower: 525
Manual transmission (optional R-tronic ® automatic transmission)
Luggage Capacity (EPA): 3.18 cubic feet behind seats, 3.53 cubic feet in trunk
0-60 MPH in 3.7 seconds
City vs. Highway Mile Per Gallon of the r8
City MPG: 12
Highway MPG: 19
Combined MPG: 14
Average Price of Gas: $3.49
Average Miles per Week: 450
Total Weekly Gas Bill: $112.18
Now Let’s look at Ford Raptor
The For Raptor Offers:
Utility of a pick up truck
Thrill of a sports car
Extreme off-road capabilities
Classy and advanced interior
Safety Features of the Ford Raptor
The Safety Rating of the Ford Raptor is 4. Below are some of the important safety features this car has:
• Side curtain and Thorax side airbag
• Auxiliary switches for hill control and off-road control
• Speed control
• Four wheel drive
• ABS
• Roll stability control
Technology and Entertainment
Features of For Raptor
The For Raptor is equipped with lots of great technology and entertainment. Listed below are some of its features:
AM/FM single CD radio
SYNC ® Voice-activated Communication System
Sirius ® Satellite radio
Navigation system (optional)
Power moon roof (optional)
Tailgate step (optional)
Specifications of the Ford Raptor
Automatic transmission
5.4 liter V8 engine (optional 6.2 L)
Up to 310 horsepower
Over 50 square inches in trunk
0-60 MPH in 8.4 seconds
City vs. Highway Miles Per Gallon of the Ford Raptor
City MPG: 14
Highway MPG: 18
Average price per gallon: $3.49
Average miles per week: 450 miles
Total weekly gas bill: $112.18
Audi r8
Final Costs
Ford Raptor
MSRP: $149,000 MSRP: $38,995
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