2007 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi R8 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |