2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. Both 2007 Audi S8 and 2008 Audi S8 are equipped with a 5,204 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
