2012 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Wrangler | R8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1957 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
