2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Carol | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
