2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 175 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
