2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
