1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
