2002 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
