2001 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 2001 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2480 mm |
