2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 408 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | R8 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
