2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 939 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |