2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
