2001 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A8 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
