2008 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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 2004 Honda Element. 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) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
