2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Volkswagen Magellan were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (275 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. 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 Volkswagen Magellan. 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 (430 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Magellan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |