2000 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 2182 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.
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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4000 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
