2009 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 478 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | R8 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 22 L |