2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
