2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | R8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |