2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki 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.
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2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A8 | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |