2001 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Audi A8
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2004 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
