2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. 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 (430 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon. 2004 Toyota Avalon 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. 2004 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |