2001 Acura CL vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2000 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |