2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 3 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 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 284 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (136 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2699 mm |
