2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |