2008 Audi A8 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
