1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 6 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
