2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
