2000 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Audi RS4
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi RS4. (449 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2001 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
