2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 337 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.

Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model R8 Multivan
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 83 HP
Torque 430 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 2199 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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