2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 545 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |