1990 Audi V8 vs. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | Steppenwolf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
