2012 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi R8 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 182 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (343 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi R8 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
