2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
