2005 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
