2000 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra 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 302 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. 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 2000 Acura Integra. 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) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Integra | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
