2000 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, both 2000 Audi S3 and 2000 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
