2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
