2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |