2002 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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 453 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 1548 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 5. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
