2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 369 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |