2011 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi R8 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model R8 Jetta
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1905 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1245 mm 1458 mm
Wheelbase Size 2649 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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