2000 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 2021 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
