2012 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1267 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
