2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Audi A3

To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.

Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S8 2008 Audi A3
Make Audi Audi
Model S8 A3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 0 HP
Torque 540 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1175 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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