2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 2011 Mazda 3. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
