1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 9 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 138 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 2008 Honda Fit. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 41 L |
