2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Dodge Charger 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 272 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |