2005 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 802 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8. 2005 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2572 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
