2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra 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 321 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | R8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
