2005 Audi A8 3.0 L vs. 2005 Audi A8 L W12
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L and 2005 Audi A8 L W12 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 L W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 L W12 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 L W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 L W12 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 L W12 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 L W12 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 L W12 (560 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 L W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8 3.0 L.
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2005 Audi A8 3.0 L | 2005 Audi A8 L W12 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |