2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A8 Grand Prix
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3786 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 200 HP
Torque 580 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1577 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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