2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
