2002 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1682 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
