2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Audi RS4
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi RS4 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 Audi A8 | 2000 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | RS4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |