2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 158 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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 2002 BMW 318. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 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 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
