2005 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Audi S8 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1165 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
