2008 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
