2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
