2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Audi A8
To start off, both 2004 Ariel Atom and 2004 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2004 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ariel Atom | 2004 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ariel | Audi |
Model | Atom | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |