1998 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3710 mm |
