2001 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 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 | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | M80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
