2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2011 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | R8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
