1999 Audi R8R vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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 R8R (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8R | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1650 mm |
