2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 733 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 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R8 | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |