2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Holden Vectra

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Holden Vectra 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 299 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Holden Vectra
Make Audi Holden
Model A8 Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2198 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2710 mm