2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
