2007 Audi S8 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. 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 317 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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 2004 BMW 118. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
