2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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 1999 Holden Astra. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
