2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ariel | Audi |
Model | Atom | A8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3020 mm |