2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 999 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
