1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C8. 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 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
