2002 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2003 Maserati Kubang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Kubang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Kubang (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Kubang should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8.
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, 2003 Maserati Kubang (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Kubang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Kubang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
