2005 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
