2008 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2002 Buick Century | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S8 | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |