2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Holden Statesman 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. 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 2005 Holden Statesman. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
