2000 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (265 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
