1999 Peugeot Partner vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Partner 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 437 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot Partner. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Partner | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | Partner | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
