2008 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Ulysse 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 312 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S8 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |