2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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 130 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |