2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | R8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |