2002 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (542 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1993 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
