2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 472 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos 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. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
