1999 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1790 mm |
