1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 928 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
