2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
