2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Vibe | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |