2002 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 1393 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara 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 | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Solara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 698 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |