2009 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S8 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S8 | R8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |