1999 Audi R8R vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1703 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 R8R (330 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8R | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
