2002 Audi R8 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 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 322 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 2433 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | R8 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
