2001 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Neon | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
