2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
