2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
