2003 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | S8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
