2005 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2299 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
