2002 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa 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 207 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
