2000 Audi A8 3.0 L vs. 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L and 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro 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 4.2 L Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L.
Because 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro 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 4.2 L Quattro (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L. 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 3.0 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 3.0 L | 2000 Audi A8 4.2 L Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |