2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 901 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
