1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 557 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |