2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 333 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | R8 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |