1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Toyota Solara 2011 Audi R8
Make Toyota Audi
Model Solara R8
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2164 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 133 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2649 mm


 

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