1995 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Suzuki Vitara | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Vitara | R8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
