2000 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S8. (583 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S8. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2896 mm |
