2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
