2008 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace 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 288 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 581 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 Renault Espace. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
