2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 425 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | R8 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
