2012 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 207 and 2012 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 346 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 207. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 207 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
