2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | R8 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
