2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
