2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
