2008 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
