2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Cruze | A8 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 445 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |