2008 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A5 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
