2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 89 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |