2000 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2008 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | S8 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
