2009 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina 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 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. 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 2001 Holden Barina. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 2001 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1389 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
