1999 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1950 mm |
