2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
