2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 4 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 323 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | R8 | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 32 L |
