2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |