2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki XL7 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 265 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki XL7. 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 2006 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
