2008 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
