2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Vizon | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
