2008 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City 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 366 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S8 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | S8 | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |