2000 Audi S8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 64 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
