1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi S8 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Audi Kia
Model S8 Pride Wagon
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2350 mm


 

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