2008 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Audi R8 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |