1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
