2008 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP) has 206 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2808 mm |
