2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (248 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Audi Oldsmobile
Model A8 Aurora
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2860 mm


 

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