2000 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | FXS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
