2007 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |