2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
