2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
