2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
