2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja 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 257 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
