2001 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 2 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A8 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3410 mm |
