2000 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 5 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 139 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 2005 Rover 25. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S8 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
