2000 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Steyr G-series. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Steyr G-series. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | A8 | G-series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
