2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Ford Puma were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 123 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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 Ford Puma. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
