2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
