2004 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
