2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Mazda 3 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 760 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
