1996 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Audi | Daewoo |
Model | A8 | Chairman |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |