2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 300 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |