2000 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2000 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Aceca | A8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |