2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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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2008 Audi S8 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | S8 | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |