2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
