2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa 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 462 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Audi Opel
Model R8 Corsa
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1684 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 518 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 22.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 311 km/hour 144 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 23.6 seconds
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 945 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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