2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 307 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 343 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
