2012 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra 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 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
