2009 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A8 | Sintra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
