1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |