2000 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 2005 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | R8 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
