2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
