2000 Audi S3 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3.
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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
