2008 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2004 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A8 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3410 mm |
