2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Vitara | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
