2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | A8 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |