1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 1998 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |