2003 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, both 2003 Audi A2 and 2003 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2003 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
