2002 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1818 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
