2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic 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 420 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
