2002 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
