2002 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 2012 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Audi R8. (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1393 kg more than 2002 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
