2000 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1638 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
