2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Cavalier | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
