2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi S8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |