2002 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
