2001 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
