2009 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
