2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |