2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | R8 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |