2011 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
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 T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
