1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan 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 394 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Caravan | R8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |