2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Saleen S7

To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2007 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.

Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saleen S7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi R8 2007 Saleen S7
Make Audi Saleen
Model R8 S7
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4163 cc 7000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 414 HP 750 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 949 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 301 km/hour 399 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 2.8 seconds
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1981 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1041 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2692 mm


 

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