2009 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (580 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
