2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 104 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |