1999 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 8 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
