2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Express | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
