2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A4. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
