2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 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 275 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
