2002 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Audi S8
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2000 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | S8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
