2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Matrix 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 392 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |