1999 Audi R8R vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1999 Audi R8R and 1999 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SC weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1999 Audi R8R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Audi R8R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | R8R | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
