2002 Audi R8 vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2002 Audi R8 and 2002 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2002 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Griffith weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Griffith. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | R8 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
