1994 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 194 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2004 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
