2008 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
