1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | R8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |