2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra 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. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
