2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX 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 242 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
