2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
