2008 Audi TT vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
