1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 7 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S8 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |