2002 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (477 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1378 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (641 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi R8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | R8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 477 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 698 Nm | 641 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |