2002 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2002 Audi A8 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |