2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
