Audi R8 vs. Porsche Carrera GT
When comparing the Audi R8's and the Porsche Carrera GT's specifications and ratings, the Audi R8 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Porsche Carrera GT has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi R8's and the Porsche Carrera GT's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi R8’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the Porsche Carrera GT base engine makes 605 horsepower. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The Carrera GT is rated to deliver an average of 11 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 360 miles. This gives the Audi R8 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Porsche Carrera GT. The R8 uses premium unleaded, and the Carrera GT uses gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
171516 - 253271
Used Asking Price:
179323 - 301272
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461303
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Carrera GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 30Porsche Carrera GT Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Porsche Carrera GT Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.157 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
605 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque:
435 foot-lbs @ 5750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.199 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 23 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
9 / 15 / 11
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 360 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
2.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3571 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
48.7 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3042 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
45.9 inches
Length:
181.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/30R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/35R19