2012 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic 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) has 377 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1460 mm |
