2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 400 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy
Make Audi Mazda
Model A8 Premacy
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1833 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2680 mm