2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | A4 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2636 mm |
