2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Smart | Audi |
Model | ForFour | R8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |