2008 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 @ 7800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 135 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 Seat Tango. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | R8 | Tango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |