2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Holden Frontera 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 69 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A8 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |