2000 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 141 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 Fiat Palio. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
