1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | CC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |