2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
