2009 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 370 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |