2009 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
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 Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod 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 317 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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 Pod. 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
