2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi R8 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | R8 | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |