2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
