2002 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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. Both 2002 Audi R8 and 2011 Volkswagen CC are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1746 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
