1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S8 | Impala |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |