2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A8 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |