2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 503 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
