1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 93 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 Dodge Journey. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Journey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
