2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo 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 429 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Paseo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Paseo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |