2007 Audi A8 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
