2002 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.

Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi R8 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model R8 Tundra
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 610 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 698 Nm 361 Nm
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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