2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A8 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |