2008 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
