2005 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Audi S8
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1999 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
