2007 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Fluence. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Fluence 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 168 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence. 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 Renault Fluence. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Fluence. (366 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
