2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | R8 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
