1998 Audi A8 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. 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 177 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
