2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Holden Berlina

To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Holden Berlina 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 67 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina. 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 Holden Berlina. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A8 2002 Holden Berlina
Make Audi Holden
Model A8 Berlina
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm


 

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