2007 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 233 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
