2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Citroen C5 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 344 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.

Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 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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